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Sudden Swelling Around The Mouth . Has Happened Before ,
Question: sudden swelling around the mouth . Has happened before , most times gone over night . Happens with or without food . This time a welt on my shoulder also .
Brief Answer:
Possible allergic reaction to an insect bite.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
Probably this is an allergic reaction to a substance, food or drug you had. Since you have a welt on shoulder I suppose it may be a an insect bite.
I think you should take antibiotics antihistamine such citerizine and also an.
ibuprofen for swelling.
If the swelling doesn't get better you should go to ER for epinephrine and prednisone injections n
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Possible allergic reaction to an insect bite.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
Probably this is an allergic reaction to a substance, food or drug you had. Since you have a welt on shoulder I suppose it may be a an insect bite.
I think you should take antibiotics antihistamine such citerizine and also an.
ibuprofen for swelling.
If the swelling doesn't get better you should go to ER for epinephrine and prednisone injections n
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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